Tasteful & Tempting Thanksgiving Tablescapes

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Country Living
It's that time again! Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away, but somehow I know that the weeks will just fly by and I'll be left completely stunned at how I didn't plan for anything. But I'm going to try REALLY hard not to let that happen, especially since we're hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year.

I gotta say, I am really excited about all of the different ideas I've come across in terms of designing a tablescape. Although, my problem (is it really a problem?) is that I like so many different styles that it's hard for me to even choose one element that I want to use. Sad, no? And I am at that point where I'm still not 100% sure what I want our table to look like, but one thing is for sure: people will have place cards!

*Which of the images below do you think I am leaning towards in terms of my own tablescape? The answer is at the bottom!

HGTV

Where do I begin? I absolutely adore everything in this photo, esp the chandelier.

Real Simple

Blue & white with hints of gold looks so classy, no?

Martha Stewart

Learn how to make these Martha Stewart Leaf Trivets.

Country Living

This year I am determined to create a centerpiece using branches with berries on them.

Canadian House and Home

Utterly romantic yet restrained from being too frou frou.

House Beautiful

Such energy from all of the colors! Hopefully, that'll prevent you from becoming comatose after eating.

Frugal in Fort Worth

If monochromatic colors schemes are your thing, than try this sophisticated table scape.

Martha Stewart

Step-by-step guide to making this Pomegranates, Tulips, and Roses Centerpiece

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Real Simple

A modern take on the traditional Thanksgiving table, but still pays tribute with the pumpkins.

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HGTV

Glitz and glam aren't just for Christmas, they suit Thanksgiving nicely too.

Real Simple

Natural and organic, but not in a 'granola' sort of way.

Martha Stewart

This is elegance at it's simplest and finest, in my opinion.
*Answer: A combination of the 5th photo from the top (Country Living) and the very last photo.